Use and Care Manual

Safety Definitions

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Safety Alert Symbols

The information listed below should be read and understood by the operator. We utilize the symbols below to allow the

reader to recognize important information about their safety.

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury.

NOTICE

Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in

property damage.

Safety Warning Symbols

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means; Attention! Become

Alert! Your Safety Is Involved.

Read, understand and follow operator’s manual before operating this machine. Failure to

follow directions could result in serious injury.

Remove all rocks, stones and foreign objects which could be thrown by machine.

Do not use if children or bystanders are present.

Rotating blades can cause serious injury. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from blade.

Wear eye protection complying with ANSI Z87.1 and hearing protection.

Disconnect spark plug wire when not in use or before servicing, cleaning, or performing

maintenance on the unit.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. NEVER run unit

indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder. These parts are extremely hot from operation and may

remain hot for a short time after operation.

To reduce risk of fire, clean spilled gas and oil and keep unit free from debris. Gasoline is

extremely flammable. Allow machine to cool before refueling.